USB port KIA FORTE 2023 Features and Functions Guide

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Android Auto™†3 / Apple CarPlay®†3 Setup
Driving while distracted can result in a loss of vehicle control that may lead to an accident, severe bodily injur y, and death The driver ’s primar y responsibilit y is in the safe and legal operation of a vehicle, and any handheld devices, other equipment, or vehicle systems which take the driver ’s eyes, at tention and focus away from the safe operation of a vehicle or which are not permissible by law should never be used during operation of the vehicle
Android Auto™ compatible smartphone setup – Download the Android Auto™ app from the Google Play™ Store†3 Open the Android Auto™ app and proceed with the onscreen instructions to complete setup on the mobile device
Wireless Connection setup for Android Auto™ & Apple CarPlay® (Standard Audio System):
1 Press the SETUP key on the Infotainment System
2 Press DEVICE CONNECTION SETTINGS
3 Press PHONE PROJECTION, then ADD NEW
Cable Connection setup for Android Auto™ (Standard Audio System & Kia Connect with Navigation):
1 Press the SETUP key on the Infotainment System
2 Press DEVICE CONNECTION, select PHONE PROJECTION SETTINGS, then select ANDROID AUTO Review all terms, conditions and requests on the Infotainment System and phone, and, if you agree, accept them in order to use Android Auto™
3 Connect the Android™ device with the vehicle’s USB port using the manufacturer ’s cable provided with your phone
4 From the Infotainment System home screen, select the Android Auto™ button, where you’ll see all the Android Auto™ supported apps
Cable Connection setup for Apple CarPlay® (Kia Connect with Navigation only):
1 Connect the Apple CarPlay® compatible iPhone®†3 with the vehicle’s USB port using the manufacturer ’s cable provided with your iPhone®†3
2 Press the SETUP key on the Infotainment System
3 Press DEVICE CONNECTION on the screen, select PHONE PROJECTION SETTINGS, then select Apple CarPlay®
4 Select ENABLE APPLE CARPL AY Review all terms, conditions and requests on the Infotainment System and phone, and, if you agree, accept them in order to use Apple CarPlay®
5 From the Infotainment System home screen, select the Apple CarPlay® button, where you’ll see all the Apple CarPlay® supported apps
REMINDERS:
•Android Auto™ compatibilit y requirements for connection: -Kia Connect with Navigation (USB cable connection only): OS Android™ 5 0 or higher, phone manufacturer ’s USB cable and data plan for applicable feature(s) -Standard Audio System (USB cable & wireless connection): -
USB cable connection - OS Android™ 5 0 or higher, phone manufacturer ’s USB cable and data plan for applicable feature(s) -
Wireless connection - OS Android™ 9 0 or higher with data plan for applicable feature(s) •Apple CarPlay® compatibilit y requirements for connection: -Kia Connect with Navigation (USB cable connection only): iOS soft ware 8 0 or higher, phone manufacturer ’s USB cable and data plan for applicable feature(s) -
Standard Audio System (Wireless connection only): iOS soft ware 10 0 and higher with data plan for applicable feature(s) •
It is recommended to always update your phone to the latest operating system release •
Wireless Android Auto™ system only works for cer tain Android models Use the manufacturer ’s USB cable when wireless feature is not available
Refer to the Car Infotainment System Quick Reference Guide for more information
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Wireless Apple CarPlay® & Android Auto™ Video
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•If Android Auto™ / Apple CarPlay® randomly disconnects:
– Ensure the USB cable is cer tified by the phone manufacture for both power and data
– Clean the phone’s por t, which the USB cable connects to, as instructed by the phone’s manufacturer
– The Phone should not be disturbed while driving as this can cause a disconnection at the phone’s USB por t
– Visit the phone manufacturer ’s website for Android Auto™ / Apple CarPlay® app concerns
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INFOTAINMENT SYSTEMS

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Kia Connect Activation*†1 (Systems equipped with Kia Connect only)
Follow these steps to activate your Kia Connect system:
1 Enter the activation screen on your vehicle’s head unit:
a Press SETUP key b Press Kia Connect icon c Press Activate
2 Read and agree to Terms of Service and Privacy Policy and press SUBMIT
3 Enter smartphone number or email address to receive a verification code, then press SUBMIT
4 Follow these steps to receive your verification code using your phone text message or email:
a Check your phone text message or email for verification codeb Open the link in your text message or email A page will open requesting that you create your account
N o t e : If you already have a Kia Owners Portal account using the email or phone number as your login ID, you will need to provide your password prior to receiving the verification code
REMINDER: This vehicle is not equipped with over-the-air system updates
c Enter your first name, last name, email, phone number, an account password, and click CREATE ACCOUNT A page will open displaying your verification code
d Enter the code in the head unit and press ACTIVATE
e Go back to the page with your verification code and press “I have entered my verification code ” A link will be provided to download the Kia Access app from your app store After installing the app, log in and enjoy
(But tons on overhead console*; In some models, the but tons are located in the Rear View Mirror)
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Kia Access App Video
Kia Connect Activation Video
Kia Connect may be unavailable for model year 2022 and newer vehicles sold or purchased in Massachuset ts See Kia Connect Terms of Ser vice at owners kia com for more information
Driving while distracted can result in a loss of vehicle control that may lead to an accident, severe bodily injur y, and death The driver ’s primar y responsibilit y is in the safe and legal operation of a vehicle, and any handheld devices, other equipment, or vehicle systems which take the driver ’s eyes, at tention and focus away from the safe operation of a vehicle or which are not permissible by law should never be used during operation of the vehicle
Virtual Assistant A – Press to connect to a virtual assistant to hear information about the Kia Connect features
Kia Connect Voice Local Search B (systems with navigation) - Press to connect to the search function to find points of interest or other locations, like “cafe”
Kia Connect Voice Local Search B (non-navigation systems) - Press to activate phone projection with Android Auto™ or Apple CarPlay® (smartphone must be connected via wireless or USB cable — see previous page for availability and setup)
Roadside Assist†1 4 C – Press to connect to a Roadside Assistant where you can request vehicle towing services
Kia Connect Assistance*†1
Kia Connect Assistance Video
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REMINDER: These but tons may be located in the rear view mirror or the overhead console
For more information, refer to the Car Infotainment System Quick Reference Guide On cer tain models, Kia Connect Assistance but tons are located on the Rear view Mirror
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INFOTAINMENT SYSTEMS

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Kia Connect with Navigation*†1 , 9–FM/AM/SiriusXM®†1 7/Media (USB, Bluetooth®†3 Audio)
Sound Settings: To adjust the infotainment system sound settings, press the SETUP key on the Infotainment System or the on-screen MENU button, when in MEDIA mode Select the on-screen SOUND button, then select the menu item (Premium Sound, Position, Tone, Guidance, Radio Noise, Driver Assistance, Connected Devices) Use the onscreen buttons to adjust settings
Radio Presets: To save a preset, press the Custom H
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SiriusXM® Smart Favorites: In Radio mode, choose SiriusXM®, then select any of the first six
favorites During song or program play, tap the Skip Backward icon to start from the beginning of the song or program Tap the Play Live icon to return to the live broadcast
Custom Key H To program the Custom Key, press and hold the Custom Key, then select one of the available features you would like the Custom Key to open
REMINDERS: •
To help minimize driver distraction, some audio system functionalities have been modified while the vehicle is in Drive, Reverse or moved out of Park •
Prolonged use of the audio head unit in ACC mode may drain the vehicle’s bat ter y •
Map/software updates: To keep your map and soft ware up to date, free of charge, visit the of ficial Kia update webpage at ht tps://update kia com/US/EN/Main Note, visiting a dealer for soft ware update may include an additional charge
MAP RADIO
NAV SEEKTRACK SETUP
MEDIA
Press to Power ON/OFF Rotate to adjust VolumePress to enter MAP screenPress to enter NAVIGATION mode
Press briefly to do the following:• FM/AM mode: Play the previous/next frequency• SiriusXM™ mode: Change the channel• MEDIA mode: Change the track, file or titlePress and hold to do the following (over 0 8 seconds):• FM/AM mode: Move quickly through all of the frequencies When released, the system seeks the next available frequency• MEDIA mode: Rewinds or fast for wards the track or file (except for Bluetooth® Audio)
Press to enter SETUP mode
Press to enter MEDIA mode
Rotate to change Radio/SiriusXM™ Station/Media tracks/files
Press to enter Custom modePress to enter R ADIO mode
•Volume level bet ween different audio modes: – When switching bet ween audio modes (AM, FM, Bluetooth® Audio, etc ), the audio system saves the previous volume level you were listening to For example, if you were listening to FM radio at volume level 20 then switched to Bluetooth® Audio and adjusted the volume level to 30, the volume level will be at 20 when you switch back to FM radio– When using Bluetooth® Audio, the overall volume is dependent on your device’s volume If the volume is turned down low on your device it will remain low even if the system volume is turned up •When connected to Android Auto™ or Apple CarPlay® on your smar tphone, the device’s navigation system may also be available •At any time, you can interrupt the Voice Command Feedback: Press the TALK but ton on the steering wheel •Prolonged use of the navigation system in ACC mode may drain the vehicle’s bat ter y A warning screen may appear periodically to remind users that the navigation system should be operated when the engine is running to prevent bat ter y discharge •When using the voice command feature, wait for the system BEEP before speaking the command
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For further Kia Connect with Navigation operations, refer to the Car Infotainment System Quick Reference Guide For other audio system information, see pages 28-33
Yo u r vehicle’s audio system may differ from that in the illustration
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INFOTAINMENT SYSTEMS
Kia Connect may be currently unavailable for model year 2022 vehicles sold or purchased in Massachuset ts See Kia Connect Terms of Ser vice at owners kia com for more information
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Kia Connect with Navigation Video
Navigation System Important Tips Video
Navigation System Updates Video
QR CODE

35*IF EQUIPPEDALWAYS CHECK THE OWNER ’S MANUAL FOR COMPLETE OPER ATING INFORMATION AND SAFET Y WARNINGS
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Press the SETUP key on the Infotainment System, then General Press the onscreen Date/Time button to enter the clock settings Then use the onscreen buttons to navigate through setup and return to exit
Digital Clock (Navigation System)*
Multimedia USB Port, Power Outlets* & USB Charger Ports*
Multimedia USB Port* A
Use the Multimedia USB port to connect USB audio devices and smartphones
Power Outlets* B
Use the power outlets for mobile phones and other devices designed to operate on a 12V (180W max) power outlet
USB Charger Ports* C
Devices can be recharged using a USB cable The Engine Start/Stop button needs to be in the ACC/ON/START position to operate the USB Charger Port
REMINDERS: •
Using the power outlets (accessor y plugs) for prolonged periods of time, with the Engine Star t/Stop but ton in the ACC position (Engine off) may cause the bat ter y to discharge
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Use only the charging cables that your device manufacturer supplied Third par t y cables may cause damage to your device
For more information on the Multimedia USB Por t, Power Outlets & USB Charger Por ts, refer to section 4 in the Owner's Manual
For illustrative purposes only Your actual display, but tons and/or features may var y
For more information, refer to the Car Infotainment System Quick Reference Guide
(Por ts and power outlets are located on lower par t of Center Panel in front of gear shift and also in the back of the center console; power por ts may be configured differently on your vehicle)
•When needed, Daylight Savings must be enabled in the Clock Set tings screen
•To access the manual date and time set ting, turn GPS Time off in the Clock Set tings
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•The power outlets are inactive when ignition is in the off position
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The USB data por t (Multimedia USB por t) is located next to the Power Outlets The USB Charger Por ts do not suppor t data transfer
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The Multimedia USB Por t in the center panel charges slower than the USB Charger Por ts throughout the vehicle
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Multimedia/Charger USB Ports & Power Outlets Video
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For illustrative purposes only Your actual display, but tons and/or features may var y
Refer to section 4 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information
Charge a compatible Qi Certified smartphone wirelessly by placing it on the tray A at the front of the console, near the Multimedia USB ports and the charging indicator, while the ignition is on
1 Enable Wireless Charging in the User Settings mode in the Instrument Cluster* or Vehicle Settings* in the Infotainment System, select Convenience then Wireless Charging System
2 Place compatible smartphone on the center of the charging pad A
3 All doors must be closed
4 Indicator light B may change to amber once the wireless charging begins
5 Once charging is complete, the amber light may change to green
REMINDERS:
•If driver door is opened, charging will be disabled
•The smar tphone must be compatible with Qi charging in order to wirelessly charge
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Avoid placing other metal items in the bin while charging as to not impede the charging area
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Wireless charging technology allows for a device to be charged using inductive charging See your Owner ’s Manual for more detailed information
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Inductive charging systems are less ef ficient than conventional charging through a cable As a result, higher device operating temperatures may be experienced during use
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Charging Per formance: Device position on the wireless charging system can affect charging per formance Other factors that may affect the charging rate include foreign objects, such as coins or pens, and phone case thickness
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Wireless Smartphone Charging System*†2 2
•The smar tphone must be a compatible Qi cer tified phone with Qi function available Some smar tphone models are not QI cer tified, which may affect the availabilit y, speed or per formance of the wireless charging
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For wireless charging to occur, all doors (excluding trunk) must be closed & the Smar t Key Fob must be detected inside the vehicle
•For best results, place smar tphone on the center of the charging pad
•If wireless charging does not work, move smar tphone around the pad until the charging indicator turns amber Avoid placing other metal items in the bin while charging as to not impede the charging area
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Wireless Smartphone Charging Video
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(Located in front of gear shifter)
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